Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Genus:
Species:
wolgensis
ID:
1327859

Status:
valid

Authors:
Fursajev ex Laktionov & Mavrodiev

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Bot. Zhurn. (Moscow & Leningrad) 98: 765 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001340313



Common Names

  • Rorippa wolgensis
  • Wolgensis rorippa
  • Wolgensis' rorippa


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Description

Rorippa wolgensis (also called Wolgan Rorippa, among many other common names) is a small herb found in the Amazon rainforest. It has small, oval leaves and small, white flowers. It is native to Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela, and is typically found in lowland tropical rainforests.

Uses & Benefits

Rorippa wolgensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Rorippa wolgensis has small yellow flowers with five petals and a short, thick pistil. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have short, thick stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rorippa wolgensis is a perennial that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. Water regularly during the growing season and fertilize with a balanced fertilizer. Prune regularly to maintain the desired shape.

Where to Find Rorippa wolgensis

Rorippa wolgensis can be found in the Caucasus region of Russia and Georgia.

Rorippa wolgensis FAQ

What are the common names of Rorippa wolgensis?

Rorippa wolgensis is commonly known as Wolgensis Rorippa.

What is the habitat of Rorippa wolgensis?

Rorippa wolgensis is native to the Atlantic Forest of Brazil.

What are the characteristics of Rorippa wolgensis?

Rorippa wolgensis is an herbaceous plant that grows up to 1 meter in height and has yellow flowers.

Species in the Rorippa genus

Rorippa prolifera, Rorippa pyrenaica, Rorippa neogradensis, Rorippa palustris, Rorippa anceps, Rorippa wislokiensis, Rorippa sylvestris, Rorippa thracica, Rorippa amphibia, Rorippa armoracioides, Rorippa kerneri, Rorippa hungaricum, Rorippa kullodensis, Rorippa lippizensis, Rorippa menyharthiana, Rorippa austriaca, Rorippa erythrocaule, Rorippa mexicana, Rorippa laeta, Rorippa madagascariensis, Rorippa indica, Rorippa laciniata, Rorippa portoricensis, Rorippa islandica, Rorippa micrantha, Rorippa complicata, Rorippa cryptantha, Rorippa coxii, Rorippa brachycarpa, Rorippa hayanica, Rorippa dubia, Rorippa philippiana, Rorippa behcetii, Rorippa apetala, Rorippa edirnensis, Rorippa cygnorum, Rorippa ampullicarpa, Rorippa dietrichiana, Rorippa neocaledonica, Rorippa spasskajae, Rorippa stenophylla, Rorippa chubutica, Rorippa divaricata, Rorippa africana, Rorippa aurea, Rorippa backeri, Rorippa hybosperma, Rorippa kurdica, Rorippa peekelii, Rorippa schlechteri,

Species in the Brassicaceae family

Abdra brachycarpa, Abdra aprica, Acuston perenne, Aethionema rhodopaeum, Aethionema alanyae, Aethionema arabicum, Aethionema armenum, Aethionema capitatum, Aethionema carlsbergii, Aethionema carneum, Aethionema cephalanthum, Aethionema cordatum, Aethionema coridifolium, Aethionema demirizii, Aethionema diastrophis, Aethionema dumanii, Aethionema edentulum, Aethionema eunomioides, Aethionema fimbriatum, Aethionema froedinii, Aethionema gileadense, Aethionema glaucinum, Aethionema grandiflorum, Aethionema heterocarpum, Aethionema heterophyllum, Aethionema huber-morathii, Aethionema karamanicum, Aethionema lepidioides, Aethionema levandowskyi, Aethionema lycium, Aethionema marashicum, Aethionema membranaceum, Aethionema munzurense, Aethionema orbiculatum, Aethionema papillosum, Aethionema retsina, Aethionema saxatile, Aethionema schistosum, Aethionema semnanensis, Aethionema speciosum, Aethionema spicatum, Aethionema stylosum, Aethionema subulatum, Aethionema syriacum, Aethionema thesiifolium, Aethionema thomasianum, Aethionema transhyrcanum, Aethionema turcicum, Aethionema umbellatum, Aethionema virgatum,

References

Yevgueni Mavrodiev (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mavrodiev' in the authors string.
Aleksey Pavlovich Laktionov: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Laktionov' in the authors string.
A.D. Fursajev: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fursajev' in the authors string.